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Paige T.

Port Reading, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
It's always been my passion to work with children. I started babysitting when I was 14. Throughout high school, I babysat for 3 families both part-time and full-time. At 16, I started working at my community center as a babysitter and assistant teacher. I helped with homework and engaged in creative play. In the fall of 2017, I...
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Tiiera B.

Social Work Student Available For Part-Time Work

Roselle, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Tiiera and I am interested in being your Nanny! I am graduate in Masters of Social Work candidate at Rutgers University and I have about 2-3 years of experience with nanny/babysitting work. I have a clean driving and background record, I don't smoke or drink, and I can provide resume upon request. I am looking for...

Iesha W. says "Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of her. We hired her...

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Alissa W.

Happy Helper

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Alissa! I am attending graduate school for speech language pathology and I plan to work in pediatrics. I have 6 years of babysitting children with special needs, children going through a difficult time in their lives and those with speech delays. I have babysay ages 3 to 11 and I truly believe that being...

Jonaliza C. says "Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly anticipates...

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Michelle S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Looking to help out with making parents/families lives easier and more manageable while they are in the working world. I am a mother myself and understand that working and parenting are a hand and hand duty in today's world. I have 8 years experience in this field as a caregiver/nanny. Besides being a mother myself. I am more...

Jill C. says "Michele S. is very clean, reliable, dependable and took very good care of my grandchild. I highly recommend her for future services as I will use her again...

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Shayla E.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Shayla! I recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University and am a Registered Nurse. I am CPR certified, a non smoker, COVID-19 vaccinated, comfortable with pets, and I am able to provide my own transportation. I have done work in a daycare, summer camp, as well as one-on-one child care. I have worked...

Abby M. says "I hired Shayla to take care of my 8 month old daughter. I had never hired a babysitter before, and she made me feel so comfortable! She was great with the...

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Alyssa M.

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Alyssa! I'm a graduate student pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy with the intention of working specifically with children! I spend a large majority of my time organizing group events for high school aged kids, and when thats out of season I counsel elementary-middle school aged children at a...

Cecil R. says "Alyssa is probably one of the most reliable people I have known. We were in need of sitters last year for a wedding at our church and Alyssa immediately...

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Rose A.

Rose's Cleaning

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience
Looking for houses to clean . I have over 25 years of experience with good refs. I drive and have my own transportation. Thank you and God bless you all

Care Member says "Rosie worked for us for years helping around the house with cleaning, food prep, and child care. She’s very reliable, smart, and friendly. Rosie is good...

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Sofia A.

Babysitter/Nanny Very Reliable!

Staten Island, NY

4.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hey, I am a mother of 3 kids. I'm very fun to be with. I have experience in this field taking care of kids through all ages. Also as a senior care taker. I worked for a daycare 5 years and I've worked with few families . I have 10yrs of experience in care giving. I love taking care of kids I love there jokes and innocence . I...

Eram S. says "Very honest and dependable. I don't have to worry about a thing, Very warm and kind in heart!"

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Alexandra M.

Nanny In Woodbridge, NJ

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hey my names Alex , Ive been in the childcare industry for about 7-8 years now, I love caring for children of all ages but have a soft spot for infants and toddlers since that one one of the most important stages for their brain development and I feel that my personality really is a benefit factor when it comes to contributing...

Valerie R. says "Alex has been my nanny for over 6 months for my 3 year old daughter. Alex is loving, kind and helpful. She creates her own art projects for my daughter,...

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Maria S.

Part-time Child Care

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking to obtain part-time babysitting jobs in the afternoon, evenings and some weekends. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort...

Victoria A. says "Maria is fantastic! She provided evening care for our 3yo daughter S for 5 months, 3x/week (~12 hours). Maria picked S up from daycare, prepared meals,...

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Rakisha B.

Fun Engaged Sitter

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love to create bonds with children of all ages. I am also a Division 1 athlete in college to get my Nursing Degree. Children are therapy to me after a long day of classes I like to spend time with my little siblings and my nephew in...

Benny K. says "Rakisha was a pleasure to work with. She was punctual, kind, and attentive. I would absolutely recommend her without reservation and will be booking her...

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Nancy S.

Full / Part Time Babysitter - Nanny

Staten Island, NY

3.7(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi parents, if you are looking for a trustworthy, loving, patient + fun nanny then please continue to read. My name is Nancy + if you ask the kids I have worked with what my job is, they'll say 'keep me safe, happy + healthy!' My experience is extensive. I have a degree in Elementary Education but my wealth of knowledge comes...

Christina D. says "Nancy interviewed with us. She was more than qualified to take care of our 18-month old daughter and it was extremely difficult to choose between her...

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Shikha S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Edison, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Shikha and kids have been such an important part of my life as long as I can remember. I have 2 wonderful nieces (ages 4 and 6) who I have watched since the moment they were born. I have about 2-3 years experience working in a daycare/summer camp with infants - 5-year-olds and I also worked at The Children's...
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Jeremy A.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
I'm a substitute teacher from Elizabeth public schools. I love taking care of kids and pets. I have been a teacher for 1 year and continue to be a teacher in the upcoming years. I have a cousin that I been take care of her since she was a baby. I am free for the summer until September. I'd describe my personality as kind,...

Care Member says "Jeremy is a lovely boy, when I lived in Linden he used to take care of my daughter and now I move to another state and I can’t find someone like him....

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Katalina F.

The Perfect Nanny

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As dedicated and passionate nanny, I have always been drawn to the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's life. I cherish the moments spent watching them grow, learn, and explore the world around them, and I find immense joy in being a part of their earliest and most formative years. With a warm and nurturing...

Jennifer G. says "I love Katalina help, she's amazing. And my kids love her, highly recommended."

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Amanda L.

Fun, Young, Educational Sitter

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name's Amanda. I'm a 23-year-old recent college graduate looking to entertain and care for up to 3 children. I have 7 years of babysitting experience, as well as 1 year of camp counselor experience. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and other domestic needs. I am comfortable with all pets.

Sarah N. says "Amanda is the most reliable sitter I have ever hired in my 10 years as a parent. She was always on time regardless of how early her shift started or bad...

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Sofiya N.

Sofiya

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Sofiya. I am a college grad who loves taking care of other people. I have experience taking care of children (ages: 8mon - 12yrs old) as well as of elderly people which includes handicapped (ages 80+ yrs old). As parts of National Honor Society, I tutored my younger peers in English and Biology in high...

Care Member says "I've known Sofiya since she was a baby—I’m a friend of the family. She’s always been kind, thoughtful, and willing to help out. I’ve hired her for a few...

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Carla J.

A Special Educator With Experience With Children Of All Ages, Available Part Time Babysitter.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am currently an elementary Special Education teacher for the Department of Education under the Autism Spectrum program and I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages, both in general education and students with special needs. I have received my Master's in Special Education,...
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Francesca B.

Part-time Nanny

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Francesca and I am 26 years old. I have 11 years of paid experience as a nanny and have taken care of children 6 months to 11 years old. I also have experience working at 2 day cares with children 0-5 years old. I am CPR certified and fingerprinted. I have my own car. I am currently working as a substance abuse...

Lindsey M. says "Very good babysitter. She is dependable and is attentive to our children's needs. She is especially good with our special needs son."

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Melanie Z.

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I love interacting with children and taking full care. It's a fun, heartwarming experience. What a better way to get through your day is taking care of children, I'm very passionate and willing to be inside and outside doors. I have an experience working in child daycare, babysitting family , friends , church members...

Care Member says "Melanie is wonderful with my girls. She fully engages and cares for them. "

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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Port Reading, NJ

Babysitters in Port Reading, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Tiiera B.

Tiiera is reliable baby sitter. She kept great communication with me and my husband. My daughter is 10 months and she took great care of...

- Iesha W.

Alissa W.

Alissa has been an invaluable addition to our family, consistently reliable and wonderfully helpful. Our daughter adores her and eagerly...

- Jonaliza C.

Michelle S.

Michele S. is very clean, reliable, dependable and took very good care of my grandchild. I highly recommend her for future services as I...

- Jill C.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Port Reading, NJ:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Port Reading, NJ can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Port Reading, NJ on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Port Reading, NJ babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of July 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Port Reading, NJ through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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